New Prague, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

New Prague is a small city in Minnesota with a population of 8,195. Residents earn $98,424 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
8,195 Population 2,080/sq mi density
$98,424 Median Income $45,054 per capita
$323,500 Home Value $345,407 Zillow
$1,198 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
106 Violent Crime/100K 1,127 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$98,424 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$323,500 home value, $1,198/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
106 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,424
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $323,500
15% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 106/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.5%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,198
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

How New Prague Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population8,195
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density2,080/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,424
Per Capita$45,054
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$10,952M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$323,500
Rent$1,198
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$345,407

Crime

F
Violent106/100K
Property1,127/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault40/100K
Burglary133/100K

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Elevation1,000 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.5%
High School+97.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute25 min
EV Stations4
Libraries8

Is New Prague a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Prague receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. New Prague offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Prague is $98,424, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places New Prague among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Prague is $323,500, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,198 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

New Prague is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,127 per 100,000, 42% below the national average.

Education

31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

New Prague has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 39.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

New Prague has a population of 8,195 with a density of 2,080 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%).

Population

8,195
Total Population
2,080
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

New Prague vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Prague vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Prague is $98,424, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: New Prague vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,424
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,054
Avg Weekly Wage$1,195
IRS Avg AGI$110,807

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,996
County GDP$10,952M

Business (County)

Restaurants254
Healthcare327
Retail322
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,631
61% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in New Prague is $323,500, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,198 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $345,407.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$323,500
15% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$345,407
Median List Price$384,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$384,450
$/Sq Ft$165
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio95.3%
Price Drops16.0%
Inventory25

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,198
3% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,631
61% above US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In New Prague, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Prague vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death4,774/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.7/10
Exercise Access95.3%
Healthcare Facilities327
New Prague has a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,127 per 100,000 (42% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: New Prague vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent106.1/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape66.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault39.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,127.0/100K
42% below US avg
Burglary132.6/100K
Theft981.2/100K
Vehicle Theft13.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
New Prague has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall39.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,000 ft (305 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density2,080/sq mi
Coordinates44.5457°N, 93.5756°W
County FIPS27139
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.3%
D 44.8%

Winner: Republican by 8.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.5%
7% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,080/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations10
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities327
Restaurants254
Retail Stores322

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Work from Home10.5%

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